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Before CPI and PPI: 5 Things to Watch This Week

Rate cuts on deck? Look for these signals in small caps, TLT, gold, and more to help you position your portfolio ahead of this week's data....   READ MORE 

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Major AI Announcement Sparks Repricing Across Tech Stocks

Major AI Announcement Sparks Repricing Across Tech Stocks

As Broadcom surges following the announcement of a $10 billion AI chip deal, Mary Ellen breaks down AVGO's technicals and what makes it a market leader....   READ MORE 

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New Highs vs New Lows; XLC Goes Beast Mode; Risk is On; Dissecting Gold; A Cyber Setup

This week, new highs are consistently outpacing new lows. The Communication Services sector is leading the pack, gold is surging, and there's a cybersecurity stock setting up for a big move. Read all about the stock market's price action here....   READ MORE 

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The World is Breaking Out All Over

The World is Breaking Out All Over

A plethora of breakouts suggests that international markets have much further to run on the upside. Martin reviews where the principal regions of the world currently stand....   READ MORE 

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Is a Bear Market Starting? History Says Watch These Months

Is a Bear Market Starting? History Says Watch These Months

Tom recaps the week as September trading begins with weakness across major indices. He reviews market performance, sector trends, and key stock action. From there, he turns his attention to the history of bear markets, pointing out when they historically start, and explains why current conditions, including strong accumulation trends...   READ MORE 

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MACD Reverse Divergence:  Hidden Power in the Charts

MACD Reverse Divergence: Hidden Power in the Charts

Joe shares a lesson on the MACD reverse divergence pattern—also known as hidden divergence—and explains why it can be a powerful signal in combination with low ADX or strong ADX conditions. He highlights multiple stock examples showing this setup, then reviews the S&P market conditions, discussing...   READ MORE 

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Man building a home: homebuilder stocks in the spotlight

Mortgage Rates Hit 11-Month Low as Homebuilder Stocks Surge

With mortgage rates trending lower, homebuilder ETFs have been rising. Here's what traders and investors should watch next. ...   READ MORE 

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Week Ahead: Cautious Start Likely as Nifty Moves Towards This Crucial Support Zone

The Nifty is at a critical support level. A break below this level could mean a deeper correction....   READ MORE 

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Is Consumer Discretionary About to Take Over the Market?

Is Consumer Discretionary About to Take Over the Market?

Julius breaks down the latest asset class and sector rotations in order to show where real market strength is building. Stocks continue to outperform bonds, but the spotlight is on sectors: technology remains strong, financials and industrials are gaining, and consumer discretionary is accelerating with broad participation. Meanwhile, defensive groups...   READ MORE 

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Is It Time to Think Small in a Big Way?

Is It Time to Think Small in a Big Way?

The NYSE/S&P ratio has been in a downtrend for seventeen years, but is a reversal finally underway? What does the picture look like for small-caps going forward?...   READ MORE 

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Two Volume Indicators Every Investor Should Know

Two Volume Indicators Every Investor Should Know

Dave explains why volume indicators, including the Accumulation/Distribution Line and Chaikin Money Flow, still matter in today’s markets. Using NVDA’s earnings, the S&P 500, WMT, and EAT as examples, he shows how volume trends can reveal accumulation or distribution beneath the surface, even when price...   READ MORE 

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From Slump to Surge: Why Investors Are Smiling Again

Stocks surged as Powell's rate-cut hints lifted markets. Dow hit a record, Nasdaq rebounded, and small caps rallied. Here's what it means for investors....   READ MORE 

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Finding Emerging Strength During a Rotational Period

Finding Emerging Strength During a Rotational Period

Mega cap growth names like META and MSFT are pulling back. We use the StockCharts scan engine to identify three stocks that may be taking on a new leadership role....   READ MORE 

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How to Use the 4 MA for Better Timing in Trading & Investing

How to Use the 4 MA for Better Timing in Trading & Investing

In this video, Joe demonstrates how to apply the 4 simple moving average (4 MA) as both a short-term trading tool and a longer-term timing guide. He explains how this moving average can help identify opportunities, manage pullbacks, and improve decision-making across multiple time frames. Joe then reviews the current...   READ MORE 

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S&P 500 Breakouts, Bitcoin Risks & Uber’s Next Move

S&P 500 Breakouts, Bitcoin Risks & Uber’s Next Move

In this market update, Frank takes a close look at the S&P 500, key indices, ETFs, crypto, and a recent trade idea. Frank compares the 2025 market to 2020 patterns, reviewing corrections and highlighting bullish and bearish setups. He focuses on weekly Bollinger Bands, GoNoGo charts, sector performance...   READ MORE 

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Financials and Industrials Are Key to the Rally as Tech Takes a Breather

What to watch ahead of Powell: S&P 500 RSI divergence, NVDA under 20-day MA, key levels at 6212/6025/5852; can Financials and Industrials lead?...   READ MORE 

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Short-Term Market Swings: A Gentle Rhythm of Short-Term Bounces

Get the latest S&P 500 analysis with a focus on RSI negative divergence, short-term swing setups, and market breadth trends. Learn what current patterns mean and how to spot the next move....   READ MORE 

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Can Gold Defy Gravity and Break to the Upside?

Can Gold Defy Gravity and Break to the Upside?

Why does gold look ready to "defy gravity"? Martin Pring explains the technical signs....   READ MORE 

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August’s Market Mood: Small Caps, Rate-Sensitive Stocks, and the Story Behind Market Breadth

The stock market is showing strong momentum with small-cap strength, broader market participation, and rate cut optimism. See what key indicators say next and learn how StockCharts tools can help you spot opportunities before they hit the headlines....   READ MORE 

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Is the S&P 500 About to Surge?

Is the S&P 500 About to Surge?

Joe analyzes the S&P 500’s current sequential wave pattern and, from there, explains how to spot a shift into a surging market phase. He breaks down key support and resistance levels on the SPY daily chart, evaluates the QQQ and IWM for signs of market strength, and...   READ MORE 

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Small cap rally may be the start of a new leg up.

What to Make of the Small-Cap Rally: A Closer Look at IJR and IWM

Small-cap stocks are showing signs of strength. Investors should keep an eye on the performance of IWM and IJR, two small-cap ETFs, to determine if the small-cap rally has legs....   READ MORE 

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This Week’s Stock Market Winners — And What’s Driving Them

This Week’s Stock Market Winners — And What’s Driving Them

Join Mary Ellen as she breaks down the latest market trends! The highlight of the show is a deep dive into the consumer discretionary sector, where Mary Ellen analyzes leading industry groups like homebuilders, apparel, and specialty retail, and explains why this sector continues to show relative strength. She shares...   READ MORE 

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The Best Five Sectors, #31

The Best Five Sectors, #31

Julius presents his weekly update on US sector rotation based on Relative Rotation Graphs....   READ MORE 

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Week Ahead: Keeping Head Above This Level Crucial for Nifty To Avoid Slipping Into Prolonged Weakness

Nifty logs its sixth week of losses, hovering below key resistance. Traders remain cautious amid potential downside risks. ...   READ MORE 

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Three Key Macro Charts I’m Watching on Vacation

Three Key Macro Charts I’m Watching on Vacation

Here are the key levels to watch in the S&P 500 as well as META, MSFT, and AAPL. As long as the index and stocks hold above key support levels, the uptrend in stocks is in good shape. ...   READ MORE 

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Smart Investors are Watching These Chart Signals: Here's Why

Smart Investors are Watching These Chart Signals: Here's Why

Discover what Bollinger Bands and RSI are signaling for the S&P 500. Learn how low volatility and key momentum indicators could point to the next market breakout....   READ MORE 

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Up stocks, down stocks, sideways stocks.

The Good, the Bad, and the Sideways

As U.S. equity indexes hit new highs, not all stocks are keeping pace. Explore these three stocks that are at key technical junctures with charts that highlight trend shifts, risk levels, and actionable signals....   READ MORE 

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My Go-To ADX Scan for Finding Breakout Stocks

My Go-To ADX Scan for Finding Breakout Stocks

Joe shares his go-to ADX stock scan! Follow along as Joe uses the StockCharts platform to uncover strong long-term uptrends paired with low short-term momentum — the kind of setup that often precedes powerful breakouts. He walks through his “Strong Monthly / Low Weekly” scan criteria, explains how to apply it across...   READ MORE 

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Top 10 Charts to Watch August 2025!

Top 10 Charts to Watch August 2025!

Join Grayson Roze as he reveals his top 10 stock charts to watch this month including SFM, BSX, AFRM and SYF. From breakout strategies to moving average setups, he walks through technical analysis techniques using relative strength, momentum, and trend-following indicators. Viewers will also gain insight into key market trends...   READ MORE 

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Top 10 Stock Charts for August 2025 You Need to Watch Now

Top 10 Stock Charts for August 2025 You Need to Watch Now

Join Dave as he shares ten actionable stock charts for August 2025 that he’s watching closely. From breakout setups to key reversals, David highlights tickers like Tesla, Meta, Caterpillar, Motorola, and Newmont Mining that show compelling technical patterns. He also walks through how to manage the full trading process...   READ MORE 

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Markets Drop! But These Stocks Are Still Leading

Markets Drop! But These Stocks Are Still Leading

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down this week’s market volatility and what it means for investors. She explains how inflation and employment data triggered technical breakdowns in key indexes, and discusses why volatility, relative strength, and leadership stocks (including MPWR, TER, and Cadence Design) should remain on your radar. Mary...   READ MORE 

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Warning Signs in the Charts: How to Survive a Late-Summer Shakeout

Warning Signs in the Charts: How to Survive a Late-Summer Shakeout

The stock market rally may be hitting a wall as volatility spikes and bearish signals emerge. Discover key technical warnings, seasonal trends, and how traders and investors should prepare for a choppy August–September....   READ MORE 

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Week Ahead: Nifty Tests Key Support Levels—May Weaken If Levels Violated

Week Ahead: Nifty Tests Key Support Levels—May Weaken If Levels Violated

The Nifty closed the week lower, trading within a narrow range. Volatility also rose. Monitor short-term support levels as we head into next week. Discover which sectors are leading and which are lagging....   READ MORE 

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Why Daily vs. Weekly RRGs Matter in Portfolio Construction

Why Daily vs. Weekly RRGs Matter in Portfolio Construction

Relative Rotation Graphs can be rendered in similar intervals as regular bar- or candlestick charts. This article explains the differences between weekly and daily RRGs....   READ MORE 

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What Happens to Bitcoin Should QQQ Correct?

What Happens to Bitcoin Should QQQ Correct?

Stock market correction risks are rising as key indicators flash warnings. Discover sector correlations with SPY, potential safe havens, and how Bitcoin's surge aligns with QQQ in this data-driven analysis....   READ MORE 

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RRG Reveals the Next Big Sector Moves!

RRG Reveals the Next Big Sector Moves!

In this video, Julius breaks down current market trends using Relative Rotation Graphs (RRG). He examines weekly and daily asset class rotations, highlighting key developments in stocks, commodities, bonds, the U.S. dollar, and crypto. From there, Julius analyzes sector momentum shifts, including technology, energy, and real estate, and explains...   READ MORE 

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Is It Time to Take Another Look at China?

Is It Time to Take Another Look at China?

Here's an analysis of the recent bullish developments in the Shanghai Stock Exchange Composite Index and liquid Chinese ETFs. ...   READ MORE 

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Is It Time For a Comeback? 3 Stocks That Might Be Turning a Corner

Is It Time For a Comeback? 3 Stocks That Might Be Turning a Corner

Explore technical turnaround setups for UPS stock, UNH stock price trends, and why MRK stock may offer the best risk/reward for investors this earnings season....   READ MORE 

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The Week Ahead: NIFTY Will Have a Lot Of Reactions To Offer; Stares At Important Supports

The Week Ahead: NIFTY Will Have a Lot Of Reactions To Offer; Stares At Important Supports

Nifty ended the week slightly lower after trading within a narrow range. With key levels in focus and technical indicators showing mixed signals, markets may remain sideways for a while....   READ MORE 

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SMCI stock making steady gains.

Will SMCI Stock Soar in 2025? Here's What the Charts Say

Discover why SMCI stock's steady breakout, key support levels, and AI-driven upside could reward patient investors....   READ MORE